HR Operations & Policy Intern

We’re Hiring! HR Operations \& Policy Intern Toronto, ON www.socan.com **POSITION TYPE:** Contract Full-Time **SALARY:** $19 per hour **START DATE:** May 4, 2026 **END DATE:** August 28, 2026 **REASON FOR HIRING:** New Role **WORK MODEL:** Hybrid **LANGUAGE:** English, French is an asset WHO WE ARE SOCAN is a not-for-profit copyright collective dedicated to ensuring music creators and publishers receive what they have rightfully earned for the use of their work. SOCAN supports and represents nearly 200,000 songwriters, composers, and music publishers. Through licensing, global royalty collection and advocacy, we help creators to keep making the music that entertains, moves, and inspires us. OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, AND ANTI-RACISM SOCAN thrives with a variety of viewpoints, identities, and backgrounds, and we are committed to anti-racism. Everyone is welcome to apply for our wide range of roles, regardless of gender identity, gender expression, ethnicity, race, age, culture, sexual orientation, religious belief, or physical ability. Learn more about SOCAN’s commitment to Inclusion \& Anti-Racism. WHY WORK WITH US? * Make a difference by supporting and collaborating with a vibrant and creative community * Enjoy many options for workplace flexibility and work-life balance * Get involved in the rapidly changing creative space * Advocate for and empower the creative community * Together, we’ll help music creators earn more income and make a living WHAT WE OFFER * 35-hour workweek schedule (possible flexible work options i.e., 4-day work week (position based) * Access to SOCAN fitness facility * Inclusive and collaborative working environment ABOUT THE ROLE This internship offers a balanced opportunity to gain hands on experience in both HR operational support and HR policy development, contributing to daily HR processes while assisting with the planning and implementation of policy revisions. The intern will collaborate with internal stakeholders, conduct research, analyze information, and help develop policy recommendations, gaining exposure to strategic initiatives and the policymaking process while also supporting the HR operations team with key day to day activities. WHAT YOU’LL DO / KEY RESPONSIBILITIES **HR Support – 50%:** * Provide administrative support to the HR Director and HR Business Partner team. * Manage the HR inbox by triaging requests and responding to general employee inquiries. * Draft employment-related letters (employment verification, contract extensions, compensation changes and other letters as required). * Process Ivanti ticket submissions. * Enter, update and validate data on the weekly HR dashboard. * Process invoices and maintain ongoing budget tracking. * Maintain contractor data, support onboarding and offboarding processes, and creation of personnel files. * Support the full recruitment cycle by posting jobs, scheduling interviews, preparing offer letters, and completing onboarding documentation and personnel file setup. * Assist in planning and coordinating internship related initiatives. * Provide support on various ad hoc projects as assigned. **Policy – 50%:** * Support the planning, execution, and evaluation of policy projects. * Support policy-related meetings, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination. * Conduct thorough research on relevant policy issues, including legislative proposals, regulatory frameworks, and best practices. * Draft and revise HR policies and procedures. * Support policy-related meetings, stakeholder engagement, and project coordination. * Collaborate with team members to brainstorm innovative policy solutions and strategies. * Monitor legislative developments, government initiatives, and public consultations at the federal, provincial, and territorial levels. * Conduct research and support initiatives on pension-related regulations. WHAT YOU WILL BRING / QUALIFICATIONS \& EXPERIENCE * Currently enrolled in a bachelor's program in Human Resources, business administration or a related field. * Previous experience in human resources or relevant internships is a plus. * Curiosity and willingness to learn about HR operations, policy development, and research methodologies. * Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and communicate key insights effectively. * Excellent research abilities, including proficiency in qualitative and quantitative research methods. * Detail-oriented approach with a commitment to producing high-quality work under tight deadlines. * Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly and persuasively. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with data analysis tools/software is preferred. ACCESSIBILITY \& ACCOMMODATION SOCAN is committed to providing an inclusive workplace environment that meets the accessibility needs of employees with disabilities. Should you require accommodations please contact us directly at hr@socan.com and we will make the necessary accommodations. Applications submitted to this email address will not be accepted. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY SOCAN is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Hiring and other employment decisions at SOCAN are made without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, ancestry, national origin, ethnic origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, sexual orientation, record of offences, marital status, family status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial, or local law, regulation, or ordinance. If you don’t see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed on the posting above, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. Research has shown underrepresented groups often only apply when they feel 100% qualified. We are committed to creating a more equitable, inclusive, and diverse company and we strongly encourage applicants of all genders, ages, ethnicities, cultures, abilities, sexual orientations, and life experiences to apply. HOW TO APPLY If you’re interested in joining us, we’d love to hear from you: http://www.socan.com/careers/ Thank you for your interest in our company; we will be in touch with those candidates we wish to interview. To learn more about SOCAN, go to www.socan.com. You can also follow us on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook (@SOCANmusic/@SOCANmusique).